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Andrej Sofic

Mount Prospect

Summary

Experienced Load Planner and Dispatcher with 9 years in transportation, including 7 years managing hazardous freight. Adept at coordinating truckload movements, scheduling pick-ups and deliveries, and resolving logistical challenges in real time. Strong background in driver management, customer service, and routing strategies that reduce costs and boost efficiency. A hands-on team player who thrives in fast-paced environments and takes pride in reliable, on-time delivery execution.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Load Planner

Merx Global
12.2018 - Current
  • Manage a fleet of trucks with emphasis on hazardous freight compliance and profitability.
  • Optimize routes to reduce fuel and toll costs while maintaining service levels.
  • Book daily loads through negotiation with brokers and direct customers.
  • Coordinate appointments, track shipments, and ensure documentation accuracy.
  • Supervise and support two driver managers and onboard new hires.
  • Foster long-term customer and carrier relationships.

Operations Manager

International Logistics Group
06.2017 - 11.2018
  • Oversaw 15–20 trucks, handled pre-planning and scheduling of daily assignments.
  • Booked freight and negotiated rates with brokers and customers.
  • Provided real-time tracking and resolved delivery issues proactively.
  • Evaluated broker credit risk to ensure secure payments.

OTR Transportation Dispatcher

DND Transportation
12.2015 - 06.2017
  • Dispatched drivers across regional lanes and monitored compliance with HOS.
  • Booked freight and negotiated rates with brokers and customers.
  • Provided real-time tracking and resolved delivery issues proactively.
  • Evaluated broker credit risk to ensure secure payments.

Education

High School Diploma -

Law & Administration School
Belgrade, Serbia

Skills

  • Load Planning & Dispatch
  • Route Optimization & Cost Reduction
  • Hazmat Transportation Compliance
  • Broker/Carrier Negotiation
  • TMS Software (McLeod, Pro Trans)
  • Customer Communication
  • Conflict Resolution & Problem Solving
  • Bilingual: English & Serbian
  • Office 365 Proficiency
  • Team collaboration
  • Transportation planning
  • Load management
  • Account management
  • Logistics management
  • Carrier negotiations
  • Freight coordination
  • Interpersonal skills

Languages

Serbian

Timeline

Senior Load Planner

Merx Global
12.2018 - Current

Operations Manager

International Logistics Group
06.2017 - 11.2018

OTR Transportation Dispatcher

DND Transportation
12.2015 - 06.2017

High School Diploma -

Law & Administration School
Andrej Sofic